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Learning Science Through Golf

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Overview

This course teaches the physics behind golf, including topics such as the science of the golf club, the impact of dimples on a golf ball, the differences between fairway and rough, the science behind the golf swing, and the technology used in golf. The course aims to help learners understand the scientific principles behind the game of golf. The intended audience for this course is individuals interested in both golf and science.

Syllabus

Learning Science Through Golf: Physics of the Golf Club.
Learning Science Through Golf: Why Does a Golf Ball Have Dimples?.
Learning Science Through Golf: Fairway vs. Rough.
Learning Science Through Golf: Science of the Golf Swing.
Learning Science Through Golf: Hooks and Slices.
Learning Science Through Golf: Fox Technology.

Taught by

United States Golf Association (USGA)

Reviews

4.9 rating, based on 8 Class Central reviews

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  • Profile image for J B
    J B
    Each video was compact but contained just the right amount of information. Interesting and enjoyable course, learnt a few things about the science behind the golf swing and equipment.
  • Profile image for Edoardo Venturoli
    Edoardo Venturoli
    The course is very helpful for a golf lover, player or professional.
    Explains very well all the things you can find around the world of golf and not only.
  • Zubin Dass
    Very informative and helpful for golf coaches to learn. In fact it is very important for coaches as it helps with explanations to students.
  • Profile image for Pudanai Rungsriwong
    Pudanai Rungsriwong
    Class is very good I love everything for your lesson
    I hope this many hlep me to very good intrustor golf in the future
  • Daniel Louis Cappetta
    this course was very helpful. learning what golfers used back then to now the difference between golf ball with dimples and no dimples and the distance of how far they travel. the difference between wood and metal drivers to even titanuim drivers. this course was tremendus
  • Youngjin Chi
    It's a good way to start to learn about golf at the beginning. After taking this course, I've got a basic fundamentals about golf.
  • Raja Atif Raza
    Very Informative course. The class is awesome! The instructor spoke very clear and was very knowledgeable and patient.
  • AZHAR ISMAIL
    Very interesting for those who want to improve their game. By knowing golf science, its will help golfer especially the coaches to explain to the student and make it golf is the easiest to play. Also, will help to improve game and skills more faster.

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